Power Applications Engineer - Switchboard

Hyper Solutions Inc•Richmond, VA

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Power Applications Engineer – Switchboard supports the design, configuration, and technical development of mission-critical electrical distribution solutions for data center and critical infrastructure customers. This role works closely with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and customers to develop technically sound, code-compliant, and manufacturable power distribution solutions supporting pre-sale quotation and project execution activities. Serving as a technical resource for switchboards, switchgear, metering systems, and related low-voltage power distribution equipment, this position ensures proposed solutions align with customer specifications, operational requirements, and applicable industry standards. The role plays a critical part in supporting scalable, reliable infrastructure solutions for Hyperscale and mission-critical environments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related technical field
5+ years of experience supporting data center, critical power, or low-voltage distribution systems with a focus on switchboards and switchgear solutions
Strong understanding of one-line diagrams, electrical system architecture, and equipment configuration principles
Experience reviewing RFQ/RFI/RFP documentation and customer technical specifications for mission-critical infrastructure projects
Strong knowledge of electrical standards including UL891, UL1062, UL1558, NEC, IEC, and related manufacturing considerations
Familiarity with switchboards, switchgear, breakers, metering systems, and power quality solutions
Experience with Siemens COMPAS and Schneider Electric SE Advantage switchboard/panelboard configuration tools
Strong technical communication and customer-facing skills
Ability to travel up to 10–15% as required

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Tier I–IV data center power system designs
Knowledge of medium-voltage systems up to 38kV
Familiarity with PLC-based monitoring and control systems
Experience developing or supporting application engineering configuration tools
Familiarity with UL certification processes and compliance documentation

Responsibilities

Partner with Sales and customers to develop and configure mission-critical power distribution solutions for data center and critical infrastructure applications
Create, review, and support pre-sale technical designs including one-line diagrams, system configurations, and equipment selections for RFQs and proposals
Ensure proposed solutions comply with applicable standards and codes including NEC, UL, ANSI, NEMA, NFPA, IEEE, and IEC requirements
Evaluate customer technical specifications and provide application guidance for Tier I–IV data center power system architectures
Prepare submittal documentation including drawings, bills of material, and technical documentation following project award
Collaborate with Manufacturing and Production teams to support configuration alignment, manufacturability, and lead-time coordination
Support development and maintenance of configuration tools and standardized application engineering workflows
Serve as a technical resource for switchboards, switchgear, breakers, metering systems, and power quality solutions
Support technical responses for RFIs and RFPs, including customer-facing technical presentations
Participate in design reviews, factory acceptance testing (FAT) support, and field issue resolution activities when required
Provide technical training and knowledge sharing to Sales teams and internal stakeholders
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to application standards, tools, and technical documentation
Assist in refining standardized configuration methodologies and application engineering best practices